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  • Each week, two of our readers debate a hot topic in a parliamentary-style debate that doesn’t necessarily reflect their personal viewpoint
  • This week, they discuss whether the popular messaging app, owned by Facebook, should rescind a recent policy that could affect user data and privacy
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  • Is the lai see cash you got for Chinese New Year calling out from your wallet? Don’t go on a spending spree just yet
  • Building a healthy relationship with money can keep you from boredom spending and prevent stress later in life
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  • The cargo dock in Sai Wan was a popular place for photos because of its views of Victoria Harbour and scenic sunsets
  • While the city’s Marine Department officially closed it because of the coronavirus, some say the real reason was visitor misconduct
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  • Known for her roles in ‘American Horror Story’ and ‘Ratched’, she stars opposite Kiera Allen in this heart-racing film
  • The plot is predictable, but actually adds to the anxiety and excitement of the movie
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  • The French electronic duo, real names Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, have filled dance floors for nearly 30 years
  • They announced their split in an epic YouTube video titled ‘Epilogue’
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  • You’re probably staring at screens a lot while e-learning during Covid-19, so follow this advice from an eye doctor to keep your vision in top shape
  • Make sure to blink, study in a well-lit room, and take a break to move around every 30 minutes
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  • A poll by a pro-establishment teachers’ union found a majority wish to keep the subject compulsory, but think parts should be reformed or removed
  • Another group, the Professional Teachers’ Union, fears the changes could lead to self-censorship and will release different survey results
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  • Among those charged were Benny Tai, Civic Party leader Alvin Yeung, district councillor Lester Shum and pro-democracy figure Joshua Wong
  • They were arrested for their roles in an unofficial primary run-off to choose pan-democratic lawmakers for Legco
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  • This week we give tips on showing you appreciate your parents and dealing with the pressure you place on yourself
  • If you have difficult, embarrassing or awkward questions to ask about teen life, send them in anonymously, and ‘Friend of a Friend’ will do their best to help
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  • If you’re a fan of Paulo Coelho’s philosophical stories, you might enjoy Mark E. Klein’s debut novel
  • The “Chosen One”-type hero experiences a spiritual awakening that many teens will relate to
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  • Scientists have long wondered why one group of whales would venture off their usual path that begins in Mexico
  • Using drone photography, researchers discovered the unique way they load up on ghost shrimp in Washington’s Puget Sound
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  • The city’s poorest and most vulnerable people have been essential in the fight against coronavirus, but bear the heaviest burden
  • Low-paid residents deserve basic dignity, but they’ve gotten the short end of the stick
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  • Filmmaker Lee Isaac Chung based the film on his own childhood, when his family moved from Korea to the US to start a farm
  • The touching film stars Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Noel Kate Cho, Alan Kim and Youn Yuh-jung
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  • In this title from Catcup Games, you play a radish dad looking for your lost babies
  • The retro, 1980s-style graphics add to the appeal of this fun video game
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